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This depends on the exact situation and the location of yourself, your home and the depth of the water and how long the flood will last. The first precaution to take is to switch off the electricity since many people get killed because of electric shock in floods, when water enters electric sockets and terminals in buildings. This can also happen outside on the street. Second, think about food. Have lots of clean drinking water stored in bottles and containers. When there is no electricity, cooking is difficult except if you have a gas stove. Also, the food in a refrigerator will be quickly damaged. Try to get dry food and canned food if the flood is likely to last for a long time. Third, if you live in a house that has two stories or more, move to the second floor at least to be well above the water. Motorcycles and cars will get under water, it may be possible to save the motorcycles and bicycles and other things by taking them to a higher floor level but there is not much you can do to prevent damage to cars. During floods there is often a problem with toilet facilities as you can imagine. This has to be considered an some solution found. To have access to a boat is of course superb in a flood but few people own small plastic or wooden boats and when the flood comes these are very difficult to get because they are so scarce and everyone is using them. Communication is a big factor, try to contact your family and friends and tell them about the flood and what you are doing and how to contact you. Finally, have a battery operated radio with spare batteries so that you can listen to the news and announcements from the local government and groups that are trying to help flood victims with food and water and other care.
What else can I help you with?
List three safety precautions you can take before entering the lab?
goggles, apron and a pair of gloves
I'm renting some used dump trailers, what safety precautions should I take with them?
There are many safety precautions you should take with used dump trailers. Make sure you get a warranty, and insurance for your safety.
What are two examples of safety precautions you should follow before beginning an experiment?
follow your teacher's instructions, and don't take shortcuts
What safety precautions can you take when working in a factory?
What safety precautions you can take when working in a factory depends on what is done in the factory and how it is done. An answer to such a general question would usually fill several books.
What safety precautions should be taken before embarking on a fast bicycle ride?
Before embarking on a fast bicycle ride, it is important to take safety precautions such as wearing a helmet, ensuring the bike is in good condition, wearing reflective clothing, using lights if riding at night, and following traffic laws.
What immediate safety precautions would you take in a tsunamis?
Get to higher ground.
Why are flood warnings good?
Flood warnings are good because they help to alert individuals and communities about approaching flooding events, giving them time to evacuate and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their property. This can help to save lives, reduce property damage, and improve overall safety during flood events.
The particular health and safety risks which may be present in your own job role and the precautions you must take?
The particular health and safety risks which may be present in your own job role and the precautions you must take.
How do you use precautions in a sentence?
I'll assume that you mean the word 'precautions'. "There were many precautions we had to take before parachuting."
What are the safety precautions that you have to take when you are near fireworks?
Don't light the fuse. hahahaha
What fire safety precautions should you take in a barn and around horses.?
When keeping straw, or hay, or other flammable objects in a barn, take precautions for you and your animals safety-wise by having a fire extinguisher and a quick way to get out.
What safety precautions should one take before engaging in the urban spelunking activity?
Before engaging in urban spelunking, it is important to take safety precautions such as wearing a helmet, sturdy shoes, and bringing a flashlight. Make sure to inform someone of your plans and location, and always explore with a buddy. Familiarize yourself with the area and potential hazards, and be prepared for emergencies with a first aid kit and communication device.
